Arthur and George

In Julian Barnes' Man Booker Prize-shortlisted novel, "Arthur & George," the lives of two men from vastly different backgrounds intersect in late nineteenth-century Britain amid a sensational legal case known as The Great Wyrley Outrages. Arthur Conan Doyle, a burgeoning writer and future creator of Sherlock Holmes, becomes embroiled in the wrongful conviction of George Edjali, a mixed-race solicitor unfairly accused of crimes stemming from racial prejudice. As Doyle draws upon his investigative prowess and deep compassion to seek justice for George, the narrative explores their contrasting experiences and the societal challenges they face, offering a compelling glimpse into themes of injustice and personal integrity.